The Martin PBM Mariner is a twin-engine American patrol bomber flying boat of World War II and the early Cold War era. It was designed to complement the Consolidated PBY Catalina and PB2Y Coronado in service.

In 1944, the final version of the Mariner, the PBM-5, entered service. This model included upgraded radios, turrets, and radar, in addition to new R-2800 engines that were more reliable than the troublesome R-2600s installed on the PBM-3.

Jul 27, 2024 · Three main models were made — the PBM-1, PBM-3 and PBM-5 — with several subvariants built for specific missions including anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and transport. These sailors wash their PBM-3 after a patrol mission in 1942.

The most numerous Mariner model was the PBM-5, with 667 aircraft being produced during the war following two XPBM-5 prototypes. This aircraft was intended as a patrol bomber and torpedo plane, in the latter role carrying four MK 13 torpedoes in its …

While the Consolidated PBY Catalina (see NASM collection) proved to be one of the most versatile maritime patrol aircraft of the conflict, by the end of the war, the larger, faster, and more capable PBM supplanted it in many of its roles.

This was the only amphibious version of the Mariner. The final version was the PBM-5, with 2100hp engines, increased fuel, and an APS-15 radar. This model made its first flight in May 1943. The Navy ordered 100, but because of the end of the war only 589 of …

Martin seaplane historian/author seeking original photos, manuals, documentation or other factory information on the Martin PBM-3 and PBM-3R. Also looking for a load adjuster sliderule for the PBM-5A. If you have something you feel may be of interest please contact Bruce Barth at bbarth1 at austin.rr.com 07/09/2013 @ 10:24 [ref: 67940] Srecko ...

The Martin PBM Mariner seaplane was deployed from 1940 to 1956 for a period of sixteen years. It was in pro-duction for twelve years. Few planes of that era had that length of production and fleet service. Glenn Martin had built his first plane at Santa Ana, California in 1909.

May 21, 2018 · PBM-5 - Model with Pratt & Whitney R-2800 engines of 2,100 horsepower; 628 examples completed.

Last operational PBM-5 Squadron in Navy in 1955. Based in Alameda,CA did one year rotations with VP-48 to Iwakuni, Japan. Flew surveillance patrols off Korean and China coasts to observe shipping.